Located in Stayton, Oregon, USA, also featuring other nearby towns in the Willamette Valley.
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To Bring Them Joy
Dec 4th
Yesterday, several annual holiday-related events happened around town. I attended the Santa Cruise-In and Toys For Joy drive at the Stayton Fire Department, plus the Christmas And Craft Bazaar at the Stayton Middle School.
There was also a flashlight parade and the lighting of the town Christmas tree, but it was far too foggy by the time that happened for me to go (I don’t like being out on my scooter when I can’t see, for some reason).
I didn’t get through processing anything else, so here’s a photo of a vintage fire truck at the Fire Department covered in the toys folks have donated for the Toys For Joy to drive. Tomorrow I’ll either post photos of the car show or the craft bazaar. Probably the cars. Stay tuned.
Volunteer Firefighters Needed
Jun 6th
I’ve said it plenty of times before, but I’ll say it again: I love firefighters. Both of my brothers were volunteer firefighters with the Stayton Fire Department when they were younger, plus the department (along with a quick responding police officer) saved my house from burning to the ground a few years ago. So I like them a lot.
If you’re in the area and are willing and able, the department is looking for volunteers. Most of the firefighters in Stayton are volunteer, which makes those who give their time to help save lives all the more important. Their web site lists the criteria.
Fill The Boot
May 2nd
A couple of weekends ago the Stayton Fire District did a Fill The Boot collection for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Guest photographer Theresa Smith’s husband is a firefighter, and she was there taking photos of the event. I am obviously very late getting these photos up (I apologize), but I’m still glad to give these awesome people a bit of recognition for what they do to serve our community. They stood out in the rain for hours to raise money for charity. Pretty awesome.
Pictured above is Stayton Fire Chief Jack Carriger.
See below for several more photos of Fill The Boot event, and thanks to Theresa.
Burn To Learn
Mar 18th
I am very happy to post today’s amazing photos, taken by guest photographer and awesome dog groomer Theresa Smith of D’-Tail Pet Grooming. The fire department held a Burn to Learn last night, where they intentionally set a fire and use it as a teaching and practice tool for the fire fighters. Theresa’s husband is a fire fighter (I’m guessing that’s the back of his head in the photo above). This Burn to Learn was on Evergreen St.
I had a heck of a time choosing which photo to be the main one, because she took several I just love. Several more are below. Be sure to click on each thumbnail to see them larger… it’s very worth it. Thanks, Theresa!
2010 Santa Cruise
Dec 5th
(Click here to view the Flickr photoset from the Santa Cruise Car Show!)
Stayton had a busy day yesterday, with several holiday-related events, including the 2010 Santa Cruise car show and breakfast, plus a Toys for Joy toy drive, at the Stayton Fire Department. It was well attended, with many beautiful cars, breakfast eaters, and toy bringers. Even Santa Claus himself was there. It was pretty spiffy seeing the big guy again.
I took way more photos than I thought I had, and ended up posting 99 of them to my Flickr photoset for the Santa Cruise. So if you’re in the mood to see a lot of cool cars and other stuff like that there, go and visit. I spent many hours getting them all processed, so please do visit.
Not that I’m trying to guilt you into it or anything, I’m just… okay, maybe I am. Sorry about that. I’ll stop now.
Tomorrow I’ll post photos from the Christmas Craft Bazaar held at the Stayton Middle School. Stay tuned, because Santa was there, too. Seriously.
In Remembrance
Sep 19th
Yesterday was the memorial service for retired Stayton Fire Chief Ron Tegen. I didn’t attend the service, but did get the photo above. This large United States flag was held aloft by two ladder trucks outside the fire department. It was an impressive sight, and fitting for someone who spent a good portion of their life serving their community.
Volunteer Service With Pride
Sep 9th
The following news was sent out today from the Stayton Fire District and the City of Stayton:
It is with deep sadness the Stayton Fire District informs the friends and State of Oregon Fire Service of the passing of retired Chief Ron Tegen at his home on September 5th. Chief Tegen provided 42 years of dedicated service to the District, with 29 years as the Fire Chief, he will be deeply missed.
Chief Tegen leaves the district with many accomplishments, one being the creator of our district motto “Volunteer Service with Pride”.
A fire service memorial and apparatus procession will be held on Saturday, September 18th, 2 PM at Stayton Fire District main station. A team of emergency services personnel is being assembled at this time to plan the memorial, more details to be released in the future.
I didn’t personally know Chief Tegen, but my family did. My father was friends with the Tegens for many years, and the Chief and his wife were the first people from Stayton my mother met just before she married my father and moved to Stayton. Both of my brothers were volunteer firefighters when Ron Tegen was chief. My mother said it was impossible not to like him.
I chose today’s photo (one I took four years ago at the Santiam SummerFest), since Chief Tegen was the one who came up with the motto seen on the department’s trucks.
Rest in piece, Chief Tegen. And thank you for your years of service to Stayton.
Burn To Learn
Jun 14th
(See my Flickr photoset from the the Burn To Learn!)
Yesterday, the Stayton Fire District held a Burn To Learn fire training exercise on a house at the corner of 10th Ave. and Santiam St. The awesome Theresa Smith of D-Tail Pet Grooming tipped me off yesterday morning. Thanks, Theresa!
The Burn To Learn took several hours to set up and complete. Many fire fighters and trucks were on hand from various area fire departments. I had never seen a Burn To Learn in person, and it was really quite fascinating to watch the fire fighters do what they do, especially in those heavy turnouts they wear. I was boiling sitting across the street from the fire… I can’t imagine how hot they were in their uniforms.
I’ve posted over 80 photos in a Flickr photoset, if you’re interested. They’re in sequential order, so the actual burning starts on page two of the set.
Elkhorn, Marion, Mehema, & Stayton
May 13th
How about a random yellow fire truck parked in front of the Stayton Fire Department on Ida St.? Because it was there.
The title of the post refers to various towns the fire district, which are listed on the side of the truck.
Fill The Boot
Apr 18th
Yesterday the Stayton Fire Department held a “Fill The Boot” fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). They held it on the corner of 1st Ave. and Washington St., and had a few trucks out, and several people out collecting donations. It was nifty.
I know the International Association of Firefighters is a big supporter of the MDA, and continue to amaze me each year with how much money they raise. That is because of fundraisers like this, with folks volunteering their time and energy for a good cause.
I love firefighters. They rock.
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